Weekend Getaway Hotels New Jersey

The best weekend getaway hotels in New Jersey have everything that you need to relax after a stressful week at work in one location. Just a few days at these hotels, thanks to their location, amenities, and personable service, will leave you rejuvenated and ready to tackle the next work week.

Caesars Atlantic City. Las Vegas isn't the only place in the United States that offers casino gaming, fine dining, shopping, nightly entertainment, luxurious spas, nightlife, and sports in a compact and walkable area. New Jersey's Atlantic City offers all of that plus ocean views. Caesars Atlantic City, adjacent to the pier, is one of Atlantic City's biggest and most luxurious properties. The AAA four-diamond rated hotel has over 145,000 square feet of casino space. Those who aren't the gambling type can spend their time in the spa, shops, and rooftop pool. More than ten dining options, ranging from trendy Pan-Asian to casual Italian, ensures that all guests can find something they like. After an evening spent in the hotel's nightclub or one of its bars, guests retreat to its contemporary-designed rooms, some of which provide sweeping views of the city skyline and ocean. Caesars Atlantic City: 2100 Pacific Avenue, Atlantic City, NJ 08401.

Chelsea Hotel. Another weekend getaway hotel option for those visiting Atlantic City, New Jersey is the Chelsea Hotel. Compared to Caesars Atlantic City, the Chelsea Hotel is geared toward younger travelers who want a more intimate and hip experience. The non-gaming property has two restaurants, a rooftop bar and swimming pool with private cabanas, spa treatments, and a fitness center. Even the lowest room-category provides city views. Those who really want a weekend getaway to remember should book the Rock Star, which has four rooms, a full kitchen, two living rooms, a private balcony, and expansive ocean views. Chelsea Hotel: 111 South Chelsea Avenue, Atlantic City, NJ 08401.

Carroll Villa Hotel. Located in the southern tip of New Jersey, Cape May is one of the country's oldest family-friendly beach vacation destinations. Vacationers keep coming back for the area's beaches, bird-watching, whale-watching, and general gentle and laid-back environment. The best way to experience historic Cape May is to stay in a historic hotel, such as the Carroll Vila Hotel. Built in 1882, the Carroll Villa Hotel is a national landmark hotel with a critically-acclaimed restaurant. A warning: in typical B&B fashion, the place is full of frilly decor, antiques, and flowered wallpaper, which probably isn't to your liking but will certainly gain you points with your woman. Carroll Villa Hotel: 19 Jackson Street, Cape May, NJ 08204.

Crystal Springs Resort. Golf fanatics need to book a stay at Crystal Springs Resort, stat! It's the perfect setting for a golf weekend getaway because it's home to seven award-winning courses. The resort, located along the New York border, actually has three hotels for guests to choose from. Grand Cascades Lodge is a luxurious, Adirondack-style property. Minerals Resort and Spa is geared toward lovers and families. Mountain Creek offers slope-side lodging for those who come for skiing and snowboarding in the winter. Two spas and numerous restaurants help round out the vacation. Crystal Springs Resort: Route 94, Vernon, NJ07462.

Wild Dunes Inn. A listing of weekend getaway hotels in New Jersey would not be complete without a mention of a beach hotel in Ocean City, New Jersey. Ocean City is especially popular with families because it has banned the sale of alcohol since 1879, a big plus for parents who want to protect their children from drunken debauchery. The Wild Dunes Inn may not look like much, but it's clean and next to the boardwalk and beach. Most importantly, for parents who need some peace and quiet, all rooms in the hotel are one-bedroom suites with a pullout sofa in the living room for the kids. A fully equipped kitchenette helps keep costs low. Wild Dunes Inn: 801 10th Street, Ocean City, NJ 08226.